GRE Word List
PHYSIOGNOMY
the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sensual | relating to or consisting in the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite : fleshly |
| resolution | the act or process of resolving: such as |
| slink | to go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal |
| waylay | to lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush |
| predator | an organism that primarily obtains food by the killing and consuming of other organisms : an organism that lives by predation |
| institute | something that is instituted: such as |
| loft | an upper room or floor : attic |
| fiasco | a complete failure |
| arsenal | an establishment for the manufacture or storage of arms and military equipment |
| reactionary | relating to, marked by, or favoring reaction |